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Atomberg fans or Luker fans, whose “fan” are you?

Two futuristic pedestal fans labeled "Atomberg" and "Luker" face each other in a dark, dramatic setting. The Atomberg fan glows with blue neon light, while the Luker fan glows red. Wind blasts collide in the center, scattering debris and creating visible sparks, symbolizing intense rivalry or conflict.

The Bombay High Court dismissed Atomberg’s appeal against the denial of an interim injunction in a design infringement case against Luker. The court ruled that Atomberg’s fan design lacked novelty due to prior publication and was merely a trade variant.

Copyright Vs Design Protection: Supreme Court’s Purely Artistic and Functional Utility Tests

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In a recent decision, the Supreme Court in Cryogas Equipment Private Limited v. Inox India Limited affirmed the Gujarat High Court’s decision rejecting an application...

CASE BRIEF : Havells India Limited. vs. Panasonic Life Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. & Anr.

The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favour of Havells India against Panasonic, restraining the use of allegedly infringing fan designs. The case discusses key legal principles surrounding design infringement and passing off in the Indian context.

Recap 2021 – Indian Design Case Laws

This post examines significant 2021 judgments on Indian design law, focusing on design registration, infringement, and interim relief. Analytical case summaries highlight the evolving standards applied by Indian courts.

Industrial Designs -Design Protection & Originality

This article examines the criteria for industrial design protection in India, highlighting the importance of substantial originality and novelty. It references key legal standards and judgments, guiding readers on compliance and rights assessment.

Differentiating Patents and Industrial Designs

The article analyses the differences between patents and industrial designs as forms of intellectual property in India. It examines legal definitions, protection criteria, statutory frameworks, and clarifies common misconceptions, providing a structured comparison for better understanding.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 6

This article reviews statistics on industrial design filings in India over the past decade, with reference to the Designs Act 2000. It provides an objective analysis of trends, legislative context, and the role of the Patent Office Kolkata in design registration.